Valukas steps aside but not out

Anton “Tony” Valukas, a noted attorney who is also passionate about hiking, is stepping down from his honorary role as chairman of Jenner & Block law firm. He’ll continue as an active senior partner. “In the coming years, I intend to remain an active practitioner, helping our firm to develop opportunities representing our clients and mentoring the next generation of lawyers,” he said in a release.

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